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Crispy Refrigerator Pickles You Need to Try Tonight

Delight in the crunch of homemade refrigerator pickles. Tangy, customizable, and easy to make, they brighten any meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Refrigeration Time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 5 minutes
Course sides
Cuisine American
Servings 4 jars
Calories 50 kcal

Equipment

  • large jar
  • measuring jar

Ingredients
  

For the Cucumbers

  • 4 cups Persian cucumbers sliced

For the Flavor

  • 1 cup fresh dill
  • 4 cloves garlic smashed
  • 1 leaf bay leaf

For the Brine

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons fine sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon black peppercorns
  • 1 teaspoon mustard seeds optional
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional for spice

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Layer the cucumbers, dill, garlic, and bay leaf in a large jar.
  • Whisk together the water, rice vinegar, fine sea salt, black peppercorns, and crushed red pepper flakes in a measuring jar.
  • Pour the brine over the cucumber mixture in the jar, cover securely, and shake gently.
  • Refrigerate for at least 1 day before enjoying.

Notes

Pickles can last up to a week in the fridge. Experiment with different spices for customization.
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